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By Teresa Plowright, About.com Guide to Family Vacations since 1997

Beach Vacations: where to go?

Friday June 30, 2006
Nothing beats a beach vacation: whether it's at a deluxe all-inclusive resort, or a simple campground where you can hear the waves at night. Check out camping destinations at ... Read More

Boy dies on coaster at Disney World

Friday June 30, 2006
A family of four on a Disney vacation met tragedy yesterday, when their 12-year-old boy -- Michael Russell, from Fort Campbell, Ky-- collapsed on the popular Rock'n'Roller Coaster ride, and ... Read More

Summer Vacation ideas: A to Z

Thursday June 29, 2006
Ahh, summer-time: the perfect time for relaxing. But (ahem) if you've been relaxed - or just lax - about your summer vacation plans, it's time to snap to attention! Click ... Read More

Family Travel news: Suite stuff

Tuesday June 27, 2006
Embassy Suites -- "the largest all-suite, upscale hotel chain" in the US" -- is all about family-friendliness. (And by the way, prices are competitive with other chains-- especially when you ... Read More

Road trips

Sunday June 25, 2006
They're the hamburger of family vacations: the fixin's may vary but every family does 'em. And despite all the loading-the-stuff-in, spilled juice, and hundred'n'one bathroom stops, road trips make great ... Read More

Family travel news: Universal Orlando

Wednesday June 21, 2006
Universal Orlando is a major draw for families, with two theme parks --Islands of Adventure, and Universal Studios Florida-- plus entertainment zone CityWalk and three top resorts. The theme ... Read More

Affordable family vacations

Sunday June 18, 2006
Good times don't need a high-flying budget; and fun is all around, in summer-time. Have a look at these suggestions for money-saving this summer, starting with tips about airfares, and ... Read More

Famiy Travel news: Beaches Turks new waterpark

Saturday June 17, 2006
Beaches is the family brand of the Sandals all-inclusives: and a popular brand it is. Beaches Turks and & Caicos is often fully booked even in summer. Guests like the ... Read More

Family Holiday Ideas

Thursday June 15, 2006
This being the internet, our audience is global; and Travel With Kids gets many visitors from the UK. So perhaps it's time for some customized content for these family travelers: Family ... Read More

Resort Spotlight: Smuggler's Notch in summer

Thursday June 15, 2006
This award-winning resort near Burlington Vermont promises "the most fun your family ever had." Smuggs has infant care and many kids programs and activities including two teen centers. Smuggler's ... Read More

Family wanted- for show about Home Exchange

Thursday June 15, 2006
Psst, wanna be on a Travel Channel tv show? The casting director for a a series for the Travel Channel about Home Exchange wants to find you, pronto: if you're ... Read More

Under-Fives

Wednesday June 14, 2006
Check out a new section at Travel With Kids, with tips for vacations with kids under five years old. Definitely, travel with kids under five has some extra challenges; ... Read More

More for kids at The Atlantis

Tuesday June 13, 2006
This seems to be the month for this unique mega-resort to woo families. Just weeks ago, The Atlantis announced Gentle Travel services for families traveling with babies. And now come ... Read More

Summer vacation ideas: northeast

Monday June 12, 2006
Is this your target zone for summer vacation, this year? Check out this round-up of suggestions: grand old hotel, all-inclusives with myriad kids' programs, summer camps for the whole family... head ... Read More

Resort Spotlight: Xpu Ha Palace

Friday June 9, 2006
Just re-opened in the Riviera Maya (south of Cancun), after damage from Hurricane Wilma: thatched-roof bungalows in large tropical grounds; kids can see crocs, turtles, flamingos, monkeys... Take an ... Read More

Gas rebates for family travelers

Sunday June 4, 2006
You need to pluck up your courage to fill up the gas tank these days, and though legions of families will still be headin' out on the highway with the ... Read More

Caribbean Deals - summer 2006

Friday June 2, 2006
Right after spring comes the long long "summer" for bargain rates at the Caribbean resorts so popular with families: most rates extend right through December. Of course, some of these ... Read More

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